2014 BMW Z4 Owner's Manual

Emergency unlocking
Pull the lever in the cargo area.
The trunk lid unlocks.
Comfort Access
The concept The vehicle can be accessed without activat‐
ing the remote control.
All you need to do is to have the remote con‐ trol with you, e.g., in your jacket pocket.
The vehicle automatically detects the remote
control when it is nearby or in the passenger
compartment.
Comfort Access supports the following func‐
tions:
▷Unlocking/locking of the vehicle.▷Convenient closing.▷Convenient opening▷Unlocking of the trunk lid separately.▷Starting the engine.
Functional requirement
▷To lock the vehicle, the remote control
must be located outside of the vehicle.▷The vehicle cannot be unlocked or locked
again for approx. the next two seconds.▷The engine can only be started if the re‐
mote control is inside the vehicle.Comparison to the standard remote
control
The specified functions can be controlled by
pressing the button or via Comfort Access.
If you notice a brief delay while opening or
closing the windows or retractable hardtop, the
system is checking whether a remote control is
inside the vehicle. Repeat the opening or clos‐
ing procedure, if necessary.
Unlocking
Pull the handle up, arrow 1. This corresponds
to pressing the
button.
Locking
Press on the surface, arrow 2.
This corresponds to pressing the
but‐
ton.
To save battery power, ensure that the ignition
and all electronic systems and/or power con‐
sumers are switched off before locking the ve‐
hicle.
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Window and convertible top operation
With the ignition in the radio ready state or be‐
yond, the windows and the convertible top can
be opened and closed when a remote control
is located inside the vehicle.
Unlocking the trunk lid separately
Press on the top half of the BMW emblem.
This corresponds to pressing the
button.
If a remote control accidentally left in the cargo
area is detected in the locked vehicle, then the
trunk lid opens again. The hazard warning sys‐
tem flashes and, depending on the vehicle
equipment, a signal sounds.
Switching on the radio ready state
Pressing the Start/Stop button switches on the
radio ready state, refer to page 56.
Do not depress the brake or the clutch; other‐
wise, the engine will start.
Starting the engine
The engine can be started or the ignition can
be switched on when a remote control is inside
the vehicle. It is not necessary to insert a re‐
mote control into the ignition lock, refer to
page 55.
Switching off the engine in cars with
Sport automatic transmission
When the engine is switched off, transmission
position P is engaged automatically unless N is
engaged and the remote control is inserted in
the ignition lock.
Driving into an automatic car wash with a
Sport automatic transmission
To make it possible for the vehicle to roll, such
as in an automatic car wash, follow the instruc‐
tions in Car washes, refer to page 255.
Malfunction
The Comfort Access functions can be distur‐
bed by local radio waves, such as by a mobile
phone in the immediate vicinity of the remote
control or when a mobile phone is being
charged in the vehicle.
If this occurs, open or close the vehicle using
the buttons on the remote control or use the
integrated key in the door lock.
To start the engine afterward, insert the re‐
mote control into the ignition switch.
Warning lights The warning light in the instrument
cluster lights up when you attempt to
start the engine: the engine cannot
be started.
The remote control is not inside the vehicle or
is malfunctioning. Take the remote control with
you inside the vehicle or have it checked. If
necessary, insert another remote control into
the ignition switch.
The warning light in the instrument
cluster lights up while the engine is
running: the remote control is no lon‐
ger inside the vehicle.
After the engine is switched off, the engine can
only be restarted within approx. 10 seconds.
The indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster comes on and a message ap‐
pears on the Control Display: replace
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Replacing the battery
The remote control for Comfort Access con‐
tains a battery that will need to be replaced
from time to time.1.Take the integrated key out of the remote
control, refer to page 30.2.Remove the cover.3.Insert a battery of the same type with the
positive side facing upwards.4.Press on the cover to close it.
Return used battery to a recycling center
or to your service center.
Alarm system The conceptThe vehicle alarm system responds to:
▷Opening of a door, the hood or the trunk
lid.▷Movements inside the vehicle. Interior mo‐
tion sensor, refer to page 40.▷When the car's inclination changes, for in‐
stance if an attempt is made to jack it up
and steal the wheels or to raise it prior to
towing away.▷Interruptions in battery voltage.
The alarm system signals unauthorized entry
attempts for a short time by means of:
▷By sounding an acoustic alarm.▷By switching on the hazard warning sys‐
tem.▷By flashing the high beams.
Arming and disarming the alarm
system
When you lock or unlock the vehicle, either
with the remote control or via Comfort Access,
the alarm system is armed or disarmed at the
same time.
Trunk lid and armed alarm systemThe trunk lid can be opened using the remote
control, even if the alarm system is armed.
Press the button on the remote control for
approx. one second.
Note the opening height of the trunk lid
During opening, the trunk lid pivots back
and up. Ensure that there is sufficient clear‐
ance when the trunk lid opens; otherwise,
damage may result.◀
After the lid is closed, it is locked and moni‐
tored again by the alarm system.
Panic mode
You can trigger the alarm system if you find
yourself in a dangerous situation.
Press the button on the remote control for
at least three seconds.
To switch off the alarm: press any button.
Switching off the alarm
▷Unlock the vehicle using the remote con‐
trol, refer to page 32.▷Insert the remote control all the way into
the ignition lock.▷With Comfort Access: if you are carrying
the remote control with you, pull on the
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Indicator lamp on the interior rearview
mirror▷The indicator lamp flashes briefly every
2 seconds:
The system is armed.▷The indicator lamp flashes after locking:
The doors, hood or trunk lid is not closed
properly, but the rest of the vehicle is se‐
cured.
The indicator lamp flashes continuously af‐
ter approx. 10 seconds. The interior motion
sensor and tilt alarm sensor are not active.▷The indicator lamp goes out after unlock‐
ing:
The vehicle has not been tampered with.▷If the indicator lamp flashes after unlocking
until the remote control is inserted in the
ignition, but for no longer than approx.
5 minutes:
An alarm has been triggered.
Tilt alarm sensor The tilt of the vehicle is monitored.
The alarm system responds in situations such
as attempts to steal a wheel or tow the car.
Interior motion sensor The interior of the car is monitored up to the
height of the seat cushions. Thus the alarm
system is armed together with the interior mo‐
tion sensor even if the hardtop is open. An
alarm can be triggered unintentionally by fall‐
ing objects such as leaves, refer to Avoiding
unintentional alarms.
Avoiding unintentional alarms
The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen‐
sor can be switched off together, such as in
the following situations:▷In automatic car washes.▷In duplex garages.▷During transport on car-carrying trains, at
sea or on a trailer.▷When animals are to remain in the vehicle.
Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and
interior motion sensor
Press the remote control button again
within 10 seconds after the vehicle is locked.
The indicator lamp lights up for approx. 2 sec‐
onds and then continues flashing.
The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen‐
sor remain switched off until the vehicle is
locked again.
Power windows General information Take the remote control with youTake the remote control with you when
leaving the vehicle so that children, for exam‐
ple, cannot operate the power windows and in‐
jure themselves.◀
Danger of pinching
Monitor the closing process and make
sure that the closing path of the window is
clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀
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Opening, closing
Individually▷Press the switch to the resistance point:
The window opens while the switch is held.
Closing can be performed in the same
manner by pulling the switch.▷Press the switch beyond the resistance
point:
The window opens automatically.
Press the switch again to stop the opening
movement.
Jointly
▷Press the switch to the resistance point:
All windows open while the switch is held.
Closing can be performed in the same
manner by pulling the switch.▷Press the switch beyond the resistance
point:
All windows open automatically.
Press the switch again to stop the opening
movement.Convenient opening and closing
Convenient operation via the remote control,
refer to page 32.
Convenient closing with Comfort Access, refer
to page 33.
After the ignition is switched off
When the remote control is removed or the ig‐
nition is switched off, the windows can con‐ tinue to be operated for approx. 1 minute as
long as no door is opened.
Pinch protection system
If the closing force exceeds a specific value as
one of the front side windows closes, the clos‐
ing action is interrupted.
The window reopens slightly.
Danger of pinching even with pinch pro‐
tection
Even with the pinch protection system, check
that the window's closing path is clear; other‐
wise, the closing action may not stop in certain
situations, e.g., if thin objects are present.◀
Do not use window accessories
Do not install any accessories in the
range of movement of the windows; otherwise,
the pinch protection system will be impaired.◀
Closing without the pinch protection
system
For example, if there is an external danger or if
ice on the windows prevents a window from
closing normally, proceed as follows:1.Pull the switch past the resistance point
and hold it there. Pinch protection is lim‐
ited and the window reopens slightly if the
closing force exceeds a certain value.2.Pull the switch past the resistance point
again within approx. 4 seconds and hold it
there.
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Retractable hardtopGeneral information
Adhere to the following instructions:▷It is advisable that you close the retractable
hardtop when you park the vehicle. Not
only does the closed hardtop protect the
vehicle interior against unanticipated
weather damage, it also offers theft protec‐
tion. However, even when the hardtop is
closed, valuables should only be stored in
the locked cargo area.▷Do not attach roof rack systems to the re‐
tractable hardtop, and in particular do not
attach magnetic racks.▷Do not attach rack systems to the trunk lid,
and in particular do not attach magnetic
racks.▷When the retractable hardtop is operated,
the trunk lid swings back and up.
Before operating the retractable hardtop,
ensure that there is enough clearance, e.g.,
in tight parking spaces.▷If you open the hardtop while it is wet, e.g.,
after driving in the rain, water may drip into
the cargo area.
If necessary, remove items from the cargo
area beforehand to avoid water stains or
soiling.▷Opening and closing while the vehicle is
moving can cause air turbulence in the
cargo area.
Properly stow away objects in the cargo
area.▷At temperatures below 14 ℉/-10 ℃, the
retractable hardtop cannot be moved.
A message appears on the Control Display.
Do not touch the mechanism and keep
the opening path clear.
During opening and closing, do not reach into
the mechanism and keep children away from
the opening path of the retractable hardtop;
otherwise, there is the risk of injury.◀
Do not place objects on the retractable
hardtop.
Do not place any objects on the retractable
hardtop or on the trunk lid; otherwise, they
could fall during movements of the retractable
hardtop and cause damage or injury.◀
Before opening and closing Always open or close the hardtop fully.
Do not let the hardtop stop in an inter‐
mediate position when opening or closing.
Otherwise, there is the danger of personal in‐
jury since the hardtop will be lowered automat‐
ically after a few minutes.◀▷Observe the safety precautions above.▷Ensure that the trunk lid is closed.▷The vehicle should be parked on fairly level
ground. Excessive angle is indicated by a
light.▷Fold down the cargo area partition and
make sure it engages, refer to the instruc‐
tions below.▷Do not place any objects next to or on the
cargo area partition and close the storage
compartment on the left side of the cargo
area.▷Do not exceed the maximum loading
height under the cargo area partition; refer
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Folding down the cargo area partition
Before opening the hardtop, close the cargo
area partition, arrow, and make sure it engages
on both sides.
Opening and closing In the radio ready state or beyond, refer to
page 56, and when the vehicle is stationary:
If possible, conserve the battery by only oper‐
ating the retractable hardtop when the engine
is running.
Before closing the retractable hardtop, remove
all foreign objects from the windshield frame
as these could prevent the hardtop from clos‐
ing properly.
1Press and hold button 1:
The retractable hardtop closes.2Press and hold button 2:
The retractable hardtop opens.3LEDs
The side windows move down when the hard‐
top is opened or closed.
If the windows pause briefly as they move, this
is for technical reasons and is not a malfunc‐
tion.
Operation while driving
The hardtop can be opened or closed at vehi‐
cle speeds up to approx. 25 mph/40 km/h.
The procedure stops if the vehicle speed ex‐
ceeds approx. 25 mph/40 km/h.
When operating the hardtop while driv‐
ing, pay extra attention to the traffic to
avoid an accident. If possible, do not move the hardtop while driving in reverse because your
view to the rear is severely limited during the
procedure. Do not drive faster than
25 mph/40 km/h, or else damage to the vehicle
may occur. Do not operate the hardtop while
the vehicle is moving through curves, on un‐
even road surfaces, or in wind.◀
LEDs
In the following situations, a message appears
on the Control Display or an acoustic signal
sounds in addition to the LED lighting up:▷While the hardtop is being operated, the
green LED lights up. It goes out as soon as
the top is fully opened or closed.▷If the red LED flashes when you release the
switch, the opening or closing action has
not yet finished.▷If the red LED lights up when the switch is
pressed, the cargo area partition is folded
up, the trunk lid is not closed, the vehicle is
standing on a strong incline or there is a
malfunction. The retractable hardtop can‐
not be moved.
Interruption
The automatic sequence of movements is in‐
terrupted if the switch for hardtop operation is
released. The sequence can be continued in
the desired direction by pushing or pulling the
switch.
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Always open or close the hardtop fully.
Open or close the hardtop fully; other‐
wise, there is a risk of injury or damage when
driving. Do not interrupt and resume the clos‐
ing procedure several times in close succes‐
sion as this could damage the mechanism.◀
If the hardtop is not fully opened or closed, the
trunk lid cannot be opened and the windows
cannot be moved.
Convenient operation via the remote
control
Information on convenient operation, refer to
page 33.
Wind deflector
The wind deflector keeps air movements in the
passenger compartment to a minimum when
the hardtop is open and provides an even more
comfortable ride, particularly at high speeds.
Installation1.Insert the wind deflector 1 into the holders
2 on the rollover bars; the arrow should
point in the direction of travel.2.Push the wind deflector down, arrow 1, and
then push down and forward simultane‐
ously, arrow 2, until it engages.
Attach the wind deflector securely
The wind deflector must engage firmly;
otherwise, it could become detached at higher
vehicle speeds.◀
Removing
1.Push the wind deflector down and back si‐
multaneously, arrow 1, to disengage it from
the catch mechanism.2.Pull the wind deflector upward out of the
holders, arrow 2.
Clothes hooks
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